Training Opportunities

Lanarkshire Carers Centre’s carer training programme covers a range of topics to help carers feel confident in their caring role and look after their own health and wellbeing. When someone’s caring role is new, our Steps of Caring Programme provides useful information and helpful contacts. Our training programme provides a range of condition specific sessions and topics that address issues identified by carers throughout the caring journey. When a caring role changes or ends our Moving Forward from Caring Programme supports carers to deal with loss and change and move on to services better placed to meet their needs.

The courses we deliver are listed below.

Please click on the course title listed below for training that interests you for more information and available dates. You can either use the online training registration form or telephone 01698 428090 to book a place on any available courses.

We understand that it can sometimes be difficult for carers to attend training courses. Please let us know of any support you may need at the time of booking. Transport and Respite is available to enable you to be able to attend.

If you wish to discuss our training programme then please feel free to contact Lanarkshire Carers Centre on 01698 428090. You can also sign up to our mailing list and we will contact you when further training opportunities become available.

Challenging and disruptive behaviours can cause all sorts of problems for people on the autism spectrum, their families and carers. But what do we mean by ‘challenging behaviour’? Why do some children and young people behave this way? This workshop will help you understand the answers to these questions, giving you some suggestions and strategies on how to help you and your child/young person better manage their behaviour.

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Holiday time can be exciting and stressful for everyone. Nobody appreciates this more than the parents and carers of children and young people who have autism. This workshop will provide hints, tips and practical strategies to make holidays more fun and less fraught for all.

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Toilet training can be a challenge for children with autism. There are many reasons why it can take a long time. Each child with autism is different but there are common issues that can make toilet training hard. At the workshop, we will explain what these common issues are. Once you understand the problems, we can work together to help you come up with your own ideas about how to help your child.

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How to talk to children and young people about their Autism after diagnosis. Do we tell our child/young person or not? When/at what age do we tell them? Who tells them? How do we tell them? Should we tell anyone else – family, friends, and school? Attending this workshop will help you find answers to all of these questions and more. There will be lots of practical resources available for you to browse through.

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This introductory module explores the differences in how autistic people experience stress and anxiety. Learners will explore the factors that impact on stress and anxiety, in order to provide effective support to reduce the impact of stress and anxiety on autistic people.

By the end of this module you should be able to:

describe and discuss stress and anxiety as bodily and mental processes and reflect on how stress and anxiety can affect you

understand differences in how stress and anxiety are experienced by autistic people

identify factors that can impact on the stress and anxiety experienced by autistic people

recognise how to reduce the impact of stress and anxiety on autistic people.

The module should take between 40-90 minutes to complete and has a range of interactive features, including:

pre and post course assessments

short film clips

exercises and scenario based learning

reflective activities

printable information sheets

top tips to take away

further links and references.

CPD Accreditation

This training module is accredited by the CPD Certification Service (the leading CPD accreditation institution) as conforming to continuing professional development principles. Learners will receive a certificate of completion which can be used as verifiable documentary evidence when submitting CPD recording forms.

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This module is fully subscribed. If you would like to discuss your enrolement on this module, please contact us on 01698 428090.

This online training module provides perspectives from people on the autism spectrum about how autism is defined and experienced. The module will enable learners to recognise the strengths and challenges experienced by many autistic people and how to respond to create enabling environments.

By the end of this module you should be able to:

outline how autism has come to be defined and diagnosed

describe common difficulties often faced by people with autism

describe some of the strengths and unique attributes of people with autism

challenge common stereotypes about people on the autism spectrum

recognise how to make environments more enabling for people on the autism spectrum.

The module should take between 40-90 minutes to complete and has a range of interactive features, including:

pre and post course assessments

short film clips

exercises and scenario based learning

reflective activities

printable information sheets

top tips to take away

further links and references.

CPD Accreditation

This training module is accredited by the CPD Certification Service (the leading CPD accreditation institution) as conforming to continuing professional development principles. Learners will receive a certificate of completion which can be used as verifiable documentary evidence when submitting CPD recording forms.

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We have a limited number of places available for this online training module.

This online training module explores how to recognise communication differences for autistic people and what factors impact upon successful communication. This will allow learners to respond to communication differences to effectively support people on the autism spectrum.

By the end of this module you should be able to:

describe and discuss language and communication use and reflect on your own communication style

understand variations in use of language and communication in autism

identify factors that can impact on (successful) communication

recognise and respond to the natural communication preferences of people on the autism spectrum.

The module should take between 40-90 minutes to complete and has a range of interactive features, including:

pre and post course assessments

short film clips

exercises and scenario based learning

reflective activities

printable information sheets

top tips to take away

further links and references.

CPD Accreditation

This training module is accredited by the CPD Certification Service (the leading CPD accreditation institution) as conforming to continuing professional development principles. Learners will receive a certificate of completion which can be used as verifiable documentary evidence when submitting CPD recording forms.

How to Book

We have a limited number of places available for this online training module.

This introductory online training module explores how people respond to information from the senses and how this can be experienced differently by autistic people. Learners will be better able to recognise the impact of these differences for autistic people and how to respond to sensory needs to provide effective support.

By the end of this module you should be able to:

describe and discuss how people process sensory information and how to identify your own sensory preferences

understand differences in how people on the autism spectrum experience and process sensory information

identify the impact of sensory differences on every day life for people on the autism spectrum

recognise and respond to sensory needs of people on the autism spectrum.

The module should take between 40-90 minutes to complete and has a range of interactive features, including:

pre and post course assessments

short film clips

exercises and scenario based learning

reflective activities

printable information sheets

top tips to take away

further links and references.

CPD Accreditation

This training module is accredited by the CPD Certification Service (the leading CPD accreditation institution) as conforming to continuing professional development principles. Learners will receive a certificate of completion which can be used as verifiable documentary evidence when submitting CPD recording forms.

How to Book

We have a limited number of places available for this online training module.

This module explores providing support for people on the autism spectrum and their families. Learners will discover the experiences of families, consider common difficulties and acquire effective approaches for support.

By the end of this module you should be able to:

recognise the experiences of families that include members on the autism spectrum

identify the support needs of families that include members on the autism spectrum

respond to the changing support needs of families that include members on the autism spectrum throughout their lives

The module should take between 40-90 minutes to complete and has a range of interactive features, including:

pre and post course assessments

short film clips

exercises and scenario based learning

reflective activities

printable information sheets

top tips to take away

further links and references

CPD Accreditation

This training module is accredited by the CPD Certification Service (the leading CPD accreditation institution) as conforming to continuing professional development principles. Learners will receive a certificate of completion which can be used as verifiable documentary evidence when submitting CPD recording forms.

How to Book

We have a limited number of places available for this online training module.

Life may not be easy for you as being a carer is one of the most hardest jobs in the world, and the most underpaid and undervalued, however with all the best wishful thinking in the world to make it better that can seem overwhelming. It would be great to have that magic wand to make everything better but thats not going to help you right now. Sometimes when we accept the way things are and let go of the way we wish they were then it can actually be very freeing.

This training is delivered over 3 days where you will learn strategies, coping techniques and new ways to feel enabled to accept things as they are, letting go of ideals that are holding you back from enjoying life as you deserve to be happy . You will be able to feel a sense of relaxation and look forward to enjoying life again.

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A Visual arts programme, which can accommodate up to 12 people in two hour sessions over a six week period. Bazooka Arts will introduce people to art skills at a pace that helps them feel confident and accomplished quickly without any need for existing artistic skill. Artistic medium that are effective for this are:

Silk painting

Clay work

Print Making

Felt making / needle felting

Collage

The group will take place at the Art Stop workshop space in the Quadrant Shopping centre, Coatbridge and over the course participants will have the opportunity to try different techniques and complete several pieces of their own artwork.

Bazooka Arts specialise in delivering therapeutic arts programmes and over the past 15 years we have evidenced the positive impact participation has had on the health, well-being and quality of life of participants. We aim to create a workshop environment in which people can flourish. Our workshops are supportive, relaxed and fun, providing an opportunity for people to connect with others whilst creating artwork, theatre or film. Projects are delivered by a Therapeutic Arts specialist and Visual Artist /Designer - Bryony Murray and H.C.P.C. registered Arts Therapist (Drama) and Theatre Practitioner - Zoe Brook. Both have 20 years’ experience of delivering therapeutic arts projects in education, health and community settings.

Working with carers has been a large part of our work in North Lanarkshire to date which has focused on including adults affected by mental ill health, disability and isolation in therapeutic arts.

Benefits experienced by our participants include:

Reduced isolation and emotional loneliness due to social connection through shared, meaningful activity leading to new friendships and community connecting.

Reduced levels of stress and anxiety due to the mindful, soothing nature of making in visual art and breathing, relaxation, emotional release and playfulness in drama.

Increased levels of confidence and self-esteem through social connecting, creative skill development and the experience of inspiring artwork with personal themes, passions interests and creative expression of self through arts. In drama this is furthered through direct work with body, voice and breath and the exploration of relationships, contexts and issues that negatively impact upon confidence and self-esteem.

Increased use of creativity and imagination leading to improved problem solving, flexible thinking and the ability to see things differently, which in turn increases resilience and the ability to face challenges.

Improved mental health and well-being through therapeutic effect of exploring unexpressed emotions and personal issues through art/drama, which are hard to express verbally.

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This popular session is facilitated by Alzheimer’s Scotland. Come along and find out about the different types of Dementia, support and services that can help and coping mechanisms. At the same time in the same venue, staff from Alzheimer’s Scotland will also take a cared for session so no need to worry about care for the person you care for.

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Anticipatory care planning (ACP) helps you make informed choices about how and where you want to be treated and supported in the future. It requires health and care practitioners to work with people and their carers to ensure the right thing is done at the right time by the right person to achieve the best outcome.

ACP puts people at the centre of the decision-making process about their health and care needs. By encouraging people to have conversations about what matters to them ACP can help:

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This foot carer awareness session covers basic nail care, giving you a better understanding about foot care and what to do in any foot related situation. The session will also include a demonstation and gives you the opportunity to ask questions and get answers from a fully qualified Podiatrist.

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These adaptable workshops are modelled on the Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) approach, are recovery focused and teach valuable self-management skills to approach conditions like stress, depression and anxiety.

Delivered over 2 days, these fun and informal workshops are interactive and delivered by individuals who effectively manage long term health conditions ensuring an authentic and genuine experience for all workshop participants.

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Laughter Club involves a person laughing. They simply laugh out loud even if they don’t feel like it, at first. People initially make themselves laugh out loud. This is called ‘voluntary’ laughter. Then after a while, people start to laugh for real and soon everyone is having a great time. As you are laughing, there will also be a series of light exercises. There will be some gentle yoga and other light physical exercises. Therefore, as you are laughing you are also getting a workout. Some of the benefits of Laughter Yoga are:

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Over 2 million people every year have to adjust to their caring role changing or coming to an end. Whether this is because their loved one has passed away or gone into a care home, this can bring significant life changes. Carers often tell us that when their caring role ends, they are left wondering, what next?

Lanarkshire Carer Centre recognises that this is a difficult time as the caring role has often consumed a large part of their lives. We would like to invite you to attend training which allows time to talk about and address some of these issues.

Lanarkshire Carers Centre has a former carer policy that supports carers for up to 24 months after their caring role ends, depending on circumstances. Our Moving Forward from Caring Programme is a key aspect of this policy.

This programme is delivered over 5 sessions and is intended to offer information and practical advice to deal with many topics e.g.

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Join Martin Stepek, one of Scotland's foremost Mindfulness teachers, Author, Sunday Herald Mindfulness Columnist & Founder of Ten for Zen to learn about Mindfulness and be inspired to a new Mindful life.

Mindfulness has been practiced around the world for thousands of years and many have felt huge benefits to their health and well-being including reducing stress and anxiety & increasing happiness. There is a large, and ever growing, body of science confirming these benefits.

In this workshop, Martin will give you an introduction to some simple techniques which can deliver all these benefits and more. He will begin to guide you towards changing and improving all areas of your life with Mindfulness, with the ultimate goal of feeling happier, being more relaxed and enjoying life.

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Looking at what stress is; What does stress feel like? What thoughts accompany the feelings? Where do you feel it in your body? Is it just physiological? How it can work to your advantage as some stress can be healthy? Healthy stress?

using techniques to recognise the first symptoms of stress

coping strategies

incorporating relaxation into your life that works for you

Mindfulness - exercises/techniques that can be used anywhere to promote being in the moment

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Respite for the mind. It is all about creating breathing space in your head. When things become too much, we cannot see the wood for the trees. This is about taking time out to really immerse yourself in self-care and self-awareness. Absorbing new ways to feel valued, important, empowered and supported in how you can step into a role of being a better version of who you are while incorporating a sense of self and confidence, which will enable you to enjoy life again.

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PhysiCare is a Scottish company and one of the most experienced training organisations in the UK with a comprehensive range of manual handling courses. All of the course instructors are Chartered Physiotherapists who deal, on a daily basis, with the types of injuries that can arise due to poor handling technique or poor postural alignment whilst handling loads.

Physicare say “Giving back to our local community is very important to us and we offer a number of training courses (10:30am until 2:30pm) for The Lanarkshire Carers Centre (LCC) at various venues throughout Lanarkshire.

We understand that it is not always possible for carers to attend workshops. Please speak to your local carer support worker if you are unable to attend workshops and we will look at other options of delivering moving and handling sessions to you.

This practical handling session delivered by Physicare will include safe performance of manoeuvres and tasks regularly undertaken by Carers including:

Assisting forwards and backwards in a chair

Assisting to stand and sit

Assisting walking with or without walking aid

Assisting with falls

Assisting into and out of bed

Rolling and turning in bed

Toilet and Bathing

Participants should wear something loose and comfortable as session is quite practical. Lunch will be provided

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SafeTALK is a training course that prepares anyone to identify persons with thoughts of suicide and connect them to suicide first aid resources.

Most people with thoughts of suicide invite help to stay safe. Alert helpers know how to use these opportunities to support that desire for safety. As a safeTALK-trained suicide alert helper, you will be better able to:

Move beyond common tendencies to miss, dismiss or avoid suicide;

Identify people who have thoughts of suicide;

Apply the TALK steps (Tell, Ask, Listen and KeepSafe) to connect a person with suicide thoughts to suicide first aid, intervention caregivers.

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A bespoke Lanarkshire Carers Centre weight management and physical activity programme. This programme has been developed by a Dietician and will be facilitated by fully qualified South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture staff.

You will spend the first 45 minutes learning about nutrition, have you weight and measurements recorded and then finish off with a gentle 45-minute physical activity session.

This is a course for carers that would like to improve their lifestyle as well as their physical and mental health in a relaxed and welcoming environment.

Come along and get the advice and support you need to improve your life and the life of the person you care for.

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Lanarkshire Carers Centre is committed to ensuring carers are confident in their caring role and would like to provide information and training that is appropriate to your needs. We already provide some information and training, but your comments are important to us and will enable us to plan a programme best suited to carers’ needs over the next year.

Our training needs analysis survey makes suggestions which might be of interest to you. You can also make suggestions for additional topics not listed.